Serving 72 students in grades 9-12, Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton's student population of 72 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
72 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7924 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
85%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
3%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Houston Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton's ranking?
Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton is ranked #7924 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton?
The graduation rate of Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton is 40-49%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton?
72 students attend Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton?
Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton offer ?
Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton part of?
Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton located?
Middle College H S At Hcc Gulfton is located in the Gulfton neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Gulfton.
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